Some of the tastiest pintxos in Bilbao! They offer a great…read morevariety of classics, but each has a unique twist. I recommend the squid, crab gratin, and chorizo. The service was a bit of a mess lol people everywhere trying to get into the queue to order. However, the staff did their best and delivered everything as quickly as possible. I recommend going at off-peak hours... Unless you want to experience ordering like the locals XD

The restaurant is one I found to be recommended for pinxtos (small, bite-sized snacks often on a…read morepiece of toasted bread). We sat outside and were told to order food inside. The thing about sitting outside is that there are smokers. :/ The pinxtos are premade and just heated up. We tried txangurro (spider crab) gratin, artichoke in tempura, and crispy squid with onion. I was a bit disappointed, because I didn't care for any of them. The bread was quite crusty. I guess pinxtos aren't my thing.

One of the best steaks we have ever had! The pintxos were all delicious with our favorite being the…read morepotatoes with lots of cheese. The Rioja wine paired perfectly with the pintxos and the steak. Highly Recommend!

Nice spot for pintxos off the main square (Plaza Nueva) in the old town side of Bilabo…read more I am by no means fluent in Spanish, and it was very appreciated that the bar staff really put in the effort to try and communicate in English. They had a really nice variety of pintxos and I got 3 for 10€. The burger pintxo was my favorite, with the squid being a solid second place.

Great wine selection and delicious pintxos. Beautiful ambience and friendly service, too. Love it.read more

Great food, great ambience and great prices highly recommended if you're in Bilbao Spainread more

Try everything. From the fish and chips, to the jamón, to the caldo. Don't miss out on the revuelto…read morecon jamón. The eggs are perfect. It's an institution for a reason.

Really excellent spot for pintxos but also super upscale dinner in Bilbao. Had foie gras and also…read morethe cod which both were incredible. Excellent service and a super fun vibe even late on a Wednesday night.

Listed as open but it appears CLOSED DOWN. Either that or they are very closed on Tuesday at 6:50…read morepm- no one answers door... so sad. ** seems that they are closed between 3 and 7 pm ** walked by around 8:30 and the doors were open... too bad they didn't update their hours of service on the web. Better luck next time.

We went very local for dinner tonight. About a mile from hotel. The owner spoke a very fast…read morebasque Spanish. I couldn't catch but a few words. No menu. This husband wife team just tells you the specials. He tried to pantomime some methods of cooking and ingredients. He was trying so hard. It will be a good memory. Below is what we got when we ordered our one word meal. Wife - pork. Me - fish. My dish was scrambled eggs zucchini and cod (I think). Traditional from what I can gather. It was very good and yet something I would have never put together. Wife had a chunk of pork loin that was pressed onto a griddle or cast iron pan. The crust on it was great. I'm betting the pig was local too, very tasty. The bread was fresh very good. Wine was very good. Venjeo. The whole meal with a bottle of vino and terrace seating. $34 euro. I went inside to pay and the guy has won some cooking trophy's. Lots of locals showed up around 9 pm.

We didn't have a reservation but staff worked us in between bookings. Servers were excellent!…read more(Related restaurant next door was booked and we preferred the atmosphere in Coppola.) Felt like a regular pizza joint that also has fresh salads, main rice and pasta dishes. Our salad was fresh and plentiful and the pizzas were awesome. We want to come back tomorrow for the risotto and pasta dishes.

Came here around 12:40am and they weren't open yet. Saw a couple also traveling from the US waiting…read morefor it to open. Yelp says they open at 12pm but they actually open at 1 so be mindful when you come. Pepperoni pizza was great with a tiny bit of spice to it however I think it's a tiny bit too salty for my liking. The seafood pasta was also delicious but also a bit salty for my US taste buds. You can ask for less salt. It I forgot that day. The lady that served us was super nice and tried her best to take out orders in English. Over all not bad do definitely recommend this place.

A true Basque experience known by the locals (thank you for sharing!)…read more Wonderful atmosphere, food and service. I particularly enjoyed the pairing of black risotto, with fish and fried calamari - the creaminess of the risotto, combined with the salty crispness of the calamari and the tender fish were perfect textures and flavors. It's one of the best combinations my palate has every tasted.

Wonderful tapas bar right in the heart of town. The vino kept on flowing and the atmosphere was…read morefabulous. The pimientos were perfectly salted and wine selection was excellent. But let's face it, you'll get fabulous wine all over Spain, right? That said, this spot was perfect for a snack and great company.

We came here late night, on our last evening in Bilbao…read more Most kitchens close quite early in this area, and Ad Hoc was open at least an hour later than anyplace around. The place is clean and modern looking with a beautiful chalkboard and a friendly waiter who was happy to accommodate our late-night drunken and broken Spanish. We had delicious and piping hot croquettes with a creamy interior spiked with salty ham. Their anchovies were standard but really delicious. Finally, at the bartender's recommendation, we had some Morcilla (blood sausage) with a lovely creamy puree. There is so much amazing food in Bilbao, it's sometimes hard to choose where to go to get your fix. In this case, Ad Hoc's unusually extended hours made the decision for us and i'm really happy they did!!

Excellent food and atmosphere. Friendly people thought very little English. I had the pulled pork…read morewhich was amazing. My lady friend had tuna and tomato salad. Everything was great.

Fun cafe with eclectic decor. Great spot to grab a coffee and relax! On nice days it's a great…read moreplace to people watch in the old town

A stop on the food tour, Basquery is half bakery and half brew pub and half tapas. It's a neat…read morespace that is below ground level and with lots of exposed brick and stone, a lot of character. I liked the place. The Basque region and Spain in general are really more about wine than they are about beer, so to find a brewpub - and a great one, at that - was unexpected and a terrific find. Typical brewpub beer menu on offer with an APA, an IPA, a session stout and a Golden Ale on tap. There is probably more, but this was enough for a taste of Bilbao's beer culture startup.

Cool little brewery and bakery. Great service. I started out in Spanish but the servers had no…read moreproblems speaking English too. I tried the beer flight, which was delicious and a great deal! There was a stout, with great coffee notes but not too strong (I'm not normally a stout fan, but loved this one). There was a fruit beer with mango purée - that was my appetizer. Then I tried the Weiss-style, also delish, and an IPA. I was super hungry and over ordered, but I had a mixed meat and cheese board and patatas bravas, both of which were very tasty. Their in-house made bread was nice - crunchy crust and soft center. Definitely a little gem and worth a visit. They also have a rugby theme going, so good for all you rugby fans out there.